Introduction
The SMFA Student Handbook, published by the Student Affairs Office, is a compilation of resource information and current policies and procedures for the School of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston. In the event of a discrepancy between the contents of this document and any School practice or procedure, the actual School policy will prevail. The School reserves the right to make modifications to the contents of this document, and every attempt will be made to keep you informed of any major changes that occur. While this document is not a contract, it does represent the spirit in which issues will be addressed at the School.

IMPORTANT NOTE: The contents of this handbook are subject to change throughout the academic year as a result of new or modified institutional policy and/or procedure, administrative and/or staff restructuring, and changes to facilities. Any changes that occur will be clearly identified and dated. Please confirm hours of operation, addresses, telephone numbers, etc., before visiting the offices, businesses, or institutions listed.

Accreditation
The School of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, is an accredited institutional member of the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD, 11250 Roger Bacon Drive, Suite 21, Reston, VA, 703-437-0700).

The Museum School is recognized by the State Department of Education as an institution of higher education. It is accredited by the United States Department of Justice for foreign students and by the Veterans Administration for training under Public Law 550 and Chapter 35, Title 38, United States Code. The Museum School offers the four-year Diploma, the Post-Baccalaureate Certificate, and the Fifth Year Certificate.

Through its partnership with Tufts University, the Museum School offers the Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Bachelor of Fine Arts in Art Education, Combined Degree (BA/BFA or BS/BFA), Master of Fine Arts (MFA), and Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) in Art Education degree programs. Tufts University awards these degrees in cooperation with the Museum School. The New England Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools regionally accredits Tufts University. All teacher-preparation programming offered through the Tufts/Museum School affiliation is Interstate Certification Compact-approved in Massachusetts, and graduates are eligible for reciprocal certification in forty-one other states.

Through its partnership with Northeastern University, the School offers the Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) and Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Studio Art.